Passengers on Delta's flight paid $1,150 for the experience of witnessing the full spectacle. However, the reality fell short of expectations, leaving passengers disappointed.
The pilot of Delta's special eclipse flight attempted to turn the jet as passengers lay on seats in a desperate attempt to squint at the sun.
According to reports, while flying along the "path of totality" and with the pilots attempting to maneuver the plane for optimal viewing, many passengers didn't witness the full eclipse."
James Larounis, one of the passengers on the Delta's special eclipse, a travel expert, expresses his experience on the scene: 'I really don't think anybody on the plane actually caught the eclipse in full totality,'
'There were a lot of folks crouching on the ground, looking out the window, climbing over the seats to try to get the best possible view.'
While disappointed, Larounis remained positive, stating he would do it again and that "everyone were good sports about it."
Other passengers echoed this sentiment, with Melanie Elliott calling it "a little disappointing" but not regretting the experience.
Despite not being able to see the full spectacle, passengers on Delta's special eclipse flight had an experience that offered a festive atmosphere with a balloon arch, music, and special announcements
Additionally, onboard, passengers enjoyed eclipse-themed snacks and branded merchandise.
However, the main event fell short for some.
Attorney Scott Kees, who traveled with his daughter, said they only witnessed a "sliver" of the eclipse.
After the eclipse phenomenon gained the attention of onlookers, however, beyond this sense, the eclipse sparked various reactions.
Conspiracy theories emerged, with some fearing the eclipse signified the end of the world or a large-scale human sacrifice event.
Others, particularly in certain Christian groups, interpreted the eclipse as a sign of the rapture.
